🧠 My best business hack? Borrowing brains.

One of the greatest benefits of being part of Five Words In is simple: you get to borrow other people’s brains every single week.

Seriously.

Last week during our community meetup (which was baller, by the way!), one of our FWI members shared an idea that instantly shifted my perspective. It felt like a total no-brainer once I heard it, but here’s the thing: it had never even dawned on me before.

That’s the power of community. That’s the power of collaboration. 👥

Here’s the truth: we all only know what we know. Our experiences, environments, and influences shape how we see the world -- and sometimes that creates blind spots. When others in our community share their stories and strategies, it jars my thinking, sparks fresh ideas, and creates aha! moments that I couldn’t manufacture on my own.

If you haven’t been on one of our Thursday Zoom calls lately, I’d encourage you to make it a priority this week. It’s one hour. One conversation. And it might just be the difference between feeling stuck… and feeling unstoppable. 😤

I talk with creators and entrepreneurs every week who are feeling alone, insecure, or flailing. And after a few minutes together? They become focused, encouraged, and fired up to keep building.

Here are 3 ways community sharpens you as an entrepreneur:

1. Fresh Perspective – What feels like a dead end to you can be a lightbulb moment for someone else. Borrowing their lens helps you see new paths forward. 💡

2. Built-In Accountability – When you know others are in the trenches with you, it’s harder to quit. You don’t just show up for yourself, you show up for the group. 🤝

3. Momentum Through Energy – Ideas and energy multiply when shared. Being surrounded by others chasing growth will keep your fire lit when it starts to flicker. ⚡️

You don’t have to do this alone … and, you shouldn’t.

👉 Join us this Thursday at noon CST for our weekly power hour. Come borrow some brains. Come bring yours. And leave sharper, lighter, and more ready than ever to keep building. #bettertogether #duh

ZOOM LINK: Thurs, Aug 21 @ Noon CST

WOULD YOU, COULD YOU?

Would you be willing to share this newsletter with someone in your life who could use some inspiration, encouragement and support as they build/grow their business? Thanks! 🥹

Have a blessed day, friends! ~ Brent